Books
Published books
The Parents' Practical Guide to Resilience for Preteens and Teens on the Autism Spectrum Jeanette Purkis & Dr. Emma Goodall
This book empowers parents of autistic young people aged 11 to 20 to help them promote resilience in their child. Full of suggestions and simple activities, this easy-to-use resource will help guide parents on how to build the foundations of resilience and independence for situations such as negotiating sexuality and relationships, entering employment or living away from home.
It includes information about the main developmental stages for preteens and teens on the autism spectrum, and will take parents through life events and milestones at different ages and identify where difficulties and barriers to resilience may arise and how to address them.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
The Practical Guide to Resilience for Parents of Autistic Children aged 2-10 years Jeanette Purkis & Dr. Emma Goodall
Children and young people with autism have the capacity to be independent and resilient which can help them live independently or be supported to live a fulfilling life and reach their full potential.
This book empowers parents of autistic children aged two to ten to help them promote resilience in their child. Full of suggestions and simple activities, this easy-to-use resource will help guide parents on how to build the foundations of resilience and independence for situations such as school, new environments and relationships with other children. It includes information about the main developmental stages for children on the autism spectrum, and will take parents through life events and milestones at different ages and identify where difficulties and barriers to resilience may arise and how to address them.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
Autism What Schools Are Missing - Voices for a New Path by Dr Linda Barboa & Dr Brenda Bradshaw (co author Jeanette Purkis)
With more than half a million children in the United States diagnosed with some degree of autism, public schools are struggling to keep up with the growing needs. The majority of these students are educated in local public schools, and those schools must now step up to the challenge. Schools have both a moral and legal responsibility to educate these children about both academics and social skills. Autism encompasses a very wide spectrum of behaviors and learning problems. The variety of traits they present makes it particularly challenging for teachers and schools to guide these children to adulthood. AutismWhat Schools are Missing: Voices for a New Path examines the advantages and disadvantages of our public education system for those on the spectrum. This book takes a close look at the strategies and supports that have proven to be successful compared to those that actually increase the educators burden and limit the students success. Educators can use the practical strategies detailed in this book to build an enabling environment for this growing population.
Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of Autism Edited by Barb Cook and Dr Michelle Garnett (co author Jeanette Purkis)
Barb Cook with 13 other autistic women and one non-binary individual, describe life from a female autistic perspective, and present empowering, helpful and supportive insights from their personal experience for fellow autistic women. Michelle Garnett's comments validate and expand the experiences described from a clinician's perspective, and provide extensive recommendations.
Autistic advocates including Liane Holliday Willey, Anita Lesko, Jeanette Purkis, Artemisia and Samantha Craft offer their personal guidance on significant issues that particularly affect women, as well as those that are more general to autism. Contributors cover issues including growing up, identity, diversity, parenting, independence and self-care amongst many others. With great contributions from exceptional women, this is a truly well-rounded collection of knowledge and sage advice for any woman with autism.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger's Syndrome (Jeanette Purkis)
Jeanette Purkis spent her early life reacting violently against feelings of embarrassment, anger and confusion about her 'difference' from other people. She was unaware until adulthood that this could be a result of having Asperger Syndrome. Jeanette's remarkable life and her journey towards finding a different kind of normal is inspiring reading.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens (Jeanette Purkis, illustrated by Andrew Hore)
Full of practical information, engaging activities, fun illustrations and inspiring personal stories, this hands-on workbook demystifies the world of work to help teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder feel confident in their ability to get a job and encourages them to think about careers that might suit their skills and interests.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
See below for a video from Jeanette introducing the book and explaining what inspired her to write it:
The Guide to Good Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum (Co-authored with Dr Emma Goodall & Dr Jane Nugent)
Drawing on their own clinical and lived experiences of the autism spectrum, the authors of this guide provide readers who are on the autism spectrum and have a mental illness with strategies to overcome difficulties and achieve greater wellbeing. Amongst others, the book covers topics such as medication, stigma, therapy pets and psychotherapy.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
Been There. Done That. Try This! An Aspie's Guide to Life on Earth(Various authors, edited by Tony Attwood, Craig R. Evans and Anita Lesko)
Been There. Done That. Try This! gathers a team of top Aspie mentors to pass along insights for successful living to the next generation. Temple Grandin, Liane Holliday Willey, and many others, offer advice on coping with key stressors including anxiety, self-esteem, careers, and friendship. Each chapter ends with commentary from Dr. Tony Attwood.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
Autism All Stars: How We Use Our Autism and Asperger Traits to Shine in Life (Various authors, edited by Josie Santomauro)
Contributors from across the world share their experiences of creating a successful life on the autism spectrum. The positive and inspiring voices in this book explain how it is possible to draw on autistic strengths not just to make your way in the world, overcoming challenges and obstacles, but also to make your life a real success.
Where to buy: eBook - AUS - UK - US
Perspectives, Poetry Concerning Autism and Other Disabilities: Volume II (Collaborative anthology, edited by James P. Wagner and Marc Rosen)
The Second Volume In The Perspectives Series featuring poetry concerning autism and other disabilities. www.perspectivesanthology.com "Through my own life experiences, I related, I connected repeatedly, as I read the phrases, word descriptors, metaphors and analogies so familiar. This anthology of life exposed is powerful, evocative, and a 'must' read for those who seek to understand and support our once marginalised community." From The Foreword Leonora Gregory-Collura Naturally Autistic ANCA.
Where to buy: Amazon
